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Labelling Theory of Crime – Full Lesson with Evaluation Carousel (AQA A-Level Sociology)

Description:
A complete, engaging AQA Sociology lesson on Labelling Theory (Crime & Deviance) suitable for Year 13. This resource blends teacher-led explanation, student interaction, structured application, and critical evaluation. It assumes students have previously studied Functionalist perspectives but are new to Labelling Theory.

The lesson includes:

A clear and accessible PowerPoint

Real-world discussion scenarios (e.g. “The Naked Man” and “Brenda at Bingo”)

Core theorists: Becker, Lemert, Cicourel, and Braithwaite

A visual timeline of deviance from primary acts to self-fulfilling prophecy

5 Hinge Questions (multiple choice) for checking understanding

Application task based on a realistic case study (Ahmed)

Evaluation Carousel with printable station sheets:

Strengths of labelling theory

Weaknesses and determinism

Marxist critique

Braithwaite’s reintegrative shaming as a solution

Final whole-class discussion question: Does labelling theory overstate the power of labels?

Perfect for:
Developing AO1, AO2, and AO3 skills

Stretch and challenge

Encouraging critical engagement with sociological theory

Creating a dynamic and student-led evaluation task

Format:
PowerPoint (.pptx), Word Document (.docx), and optional printable worksheet (.pdf)

Exam Board:
AQA A-Level Sociology (Paper 3 – Crime & Deviance)